Aanya Desai
Hempstead,New York
Summary
Detail-oriented law student with a strong foundation in legal research and writing. Experienced in supporting attorneys with case preparation, document review, and client communication. Diligent, analytical, and committed to upholding the highest standards of legal professionalism and ethics.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk in Corporate & Securities Law Practice
Abrams Fensterman, LLP
Lake Success, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in multiple acquisition deals by preparing and editing asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, and overseeing correspondence.
- Wrote an article on the newly added amendments to the DGCL and another article on the FinCEN reporting requirements for small business owners
- Learned how to prepare certificates of incorporation, articles of incorporation, and bylaws.
- Completed a research project on who owns attorney-client privileged information in post-merger closing disputes.
- Worked on international licensing agreements between UK and US-based corporations.
Law Clerk in Litigation & Healthcare Practice
Abrams Fensterman, LLP
Lake Success, NY
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Aid in trial preparation and motion compilation for the Health Care Litigation Department.
- Review Medicaid claims, and conduct extensive research on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
Legal Writing Teaching Assistant to Professor Kevin McElroy
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assist students in writing legal memoranda and appellate briefs
- Facilitate preparation of course work and conduct weekly office hours to resolve student problems
- Respond to students’ queries regarding course material, including citations and assist in conducting end of term oral arguments
Legal Intern in Projects, Infrastructure and Energy Department
Economic Laws Practice
Mumbai, India
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Researched India’s newly passed 2023 Carbon Market scheme and assisted in publication of legal article on new energy legislation’s effect on domestic and international businesses in the Economic Times Energy World
- Tracked development of energy-related bills and policies passed by the Indian Government to provide corporate clients with summary reports and strategies
- Conducted extensive research on carbon credit trading and potential tax concessions available to large corporations
Research Analyst in Political Campaign Department
Neo Analytics
Mumbai, India
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Conducted public sentiment analysis to examine the effects of public policies on women and youth in developing countries
- Led a team of 14 peers to analyze political trends and provide strategic advantage to clients
- Successfully increased output of deliverables by a large margin
- Provided clients with research reports explaining the prevalent political and economic trends present in different states at the time
Legal Intern in Civil Law Legal Aid Clinic
JusticeCorps - Legal Aid Society
San Diego, CA
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided legal assistance to self-represented litigants at civil law legal aid clinic
- Assisted clients in completing Civil Petitioner packets, including Civil Harassment and Unlawful Detainer packets
- Facilitated the legal process by completing corresponding Judicial Council Forms including declarations and amendments
- Wrote approximately 55 temporary restraining order declarations under the supervision of licensed attorneys
Volunteer in Legal and Medical Department
Refugee Health Alliance
Tijuana, Mexico
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Joined healthcare workers in providing medical aid to asylum seekers in shelters across Tijuana
- Developed systematic intake forms which increased productivity by 20% for healthcare workers and volunteers
- Worked and learned alongside a medical and legal team to efficiently provide service
Education
J.D. - Law
Maurice A. Deane School of Law At Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a concentration in International Relations
University of California San Diego
La Jolla, CA05.2021
High School Diploma -
Ecole Mondiale World School
Mumbai, India05-2018
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal Writing
- Contract drafting
- Regulatory compliance
- Critical thinking
- Communication
Hobbies and Interests
- Scuba diving
- Competitive swimming
- Archaeology
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Law Clerk in Corporate & Securities Law Practice
Abrams Fensterman, LLP
06.2024 - Current
Law Clerk in Litigation & Healthcare Practice
Abrams Fensterman, LLP
02.2024 - 05.2024
Legal Writing Teaching Assistant to Professor Kevin McElroy
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
09.2023 - 05.2024
Legal Intern in Projects, Infrastructure and Energy Department
Economic Laws Practice
06.2023 - 08.2023
Research Analyst in Political Campaign Department
Neo Analytics
10.2020 - 11.2021
Legal Intern in Civil Law Legal Aid Clinic
JusticeCorps - Legal Aid Society
09.2019 - 04.2020
Volunteer in Legal and Medical Department
Refugee Health Alliance
11.2018 - 11.2019
J.D. - Law
Maurice A. Deane School of Law At Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a concentration in International Relations
University of California San Diego
High School Diploma -
Ecole Mondiale World School
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